adverb
- with little weight, force, or pressure
- to a small degree; not much
- without serious consideration; casually
Examples
- She touched his shoulder lightly to get his attention.
- The snow fell lightly on the ground.
- He was lightly dressed for the cold weather.
- Don’t take his criticism too lightly.
- The dancer moved lightly across the stage.
- Season the soup lightly with salt and pepper.
- She stepped lightly to avoid waking the baby.